"The History of Earth and the Solar System"

The history of Earth and the Solar System began about 4.6 billion years ago with the formation of the Sun from a giant cloud of gas and dust. Remaining material clumped together, forming planets, including Earth. Initially, Earth was very hot and inhospitable, but over millions of years cooled and developed a crust. Water accumulated, creating oceans, and life eventually appeared around 3.5 billion years ago. Over time, Earth's environment changed through natural processes, leading to diverse ecosystems. The Solar System continues to evolve, shaped by gravitational forces, asteroid impacts, and cosmic events, making Earth's history a part of this ongoing cosmic story.